The Cortes Island CBC (Christmas Bird Count), co-sponsored by the Cortes Island Museum and Bird Studies Canada, is scheduled for Sunday, January 3, 2016. Participants will divide up into small groups to cover the island's best birding spots. All groups have experienced birders willing to share their knowledge, so novices are welcome! A hot catered lunch can be reserved. Please choose between veggie and meat when registering. Bring binoculars, bird books & dress warmly. Backyard birdfeeder observers also needed. Participants must pre-register by calling 250-935-6340 or via email cimastwincomm.ca.